Thomas Woodhouse
Chesapeake,VA
Summary
At Indian River High School, harnessed expertise in game strategy development and motivational leadership to significantly enhance team performance and foster a culture of respect and sportsmanship. Proactive approach in player conditioning and team bonding led to notable achievements through out the season. Dedicated Basketball Coach well-versed in developing skilled players and good citizens with diverse abilities in athletic, academic and social arenas. Having a demonstrated track record of success in team and program leadership. Offering 27 years of experience in sports.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Basketball Coach
Indian River High School
Chesapeake, VA
08.2023 - Current
- Promoted sportsmanship, teamwork, and respect among players both on and off court.
- Recognized individual achievements by nominating athletes for all-league honors or other forms of recognition.
- Optimized practice sessions by focusing on skill development, conditioning, and situational drills.
- Mentored assistant coaches in their professional growth, sharing best practices in coaching techniques.
- Evaluated game film as part of ongoing review process identifying areas of weakness requiring targeted improvements.
- Facilitated consistent success by conducting thorough game analysis and implementing strategic adjustments.
- Managed team logistics, such as scheduling games, coordinating transportation, and overseeing equipment inventory.
- Created opportunities for players to develop leadership skills through team captain roles or mentoring younger teammates.
- Developed and implemented effective training and skills development strategies to improve overall team performance.
- Built strong, cohesive teams by fostering a positive and supportive environment
- Promoted sportsmanship, teamwork, and respect among players both on and off the court
Basketball Coach
.Indian River High School
Chesapeake, VA
07.2019 - 02.2023
- May 2019- August 2023 Head Girls Basketball Coach Kecoughtan High School
- ➢ Improved winning record
- ➢ Improved academic and GPA player average and team average
- June 2017- May 2019 Head Girls Basketball Coach
- Hickory High School, Chesapeake, Virginia
- ➢ 2018 Recorded first win in two years
- ➢ Improved overall record 3-15
- ➢ Improved numbers of participating players
- ➢ 2019 Improved winning record and over all record 7-11
- November 2014- June 2017 Asst. Coach Boys Basketball Kecoughtan High School
- ➢ Three consecutive Regional Appearances
- ➢ 2015 Ranked #2 In Peninsula District
- ➢ Four Consecutive District Tournament Appearances ,
- Head Girls Basketball Coach, Newport News, VA May 2009 - April 2013 Heritage High School
- ➢ 2010, 2011 Associated Press Girls Basketball Ranking
- Top Ten Ranking in State of Virginia
- O 2010 Ranked #9
- O 2011 Ranked #7
- ➢ Three consecutive Regional Appearances
- ➢ 2011 Ranked #1 In Peninsula District
- ➢ Four Consecutive District Tournament Appearances ,
- ➢ First Team In Peninsula District to be an 8th seed and defeat a 2nd seed in District Tournament
- May 2003 –May 2009 Assistant J.V. Coach, Girls Basketball, Newport News, VA Heritage High School
- ➢ Four consecutive undefeated seasons over five years with only four losses
- Record (Wins and Losses)
- 2009 – 18- 0
- 2008 – 18 – 0
- 2007 – 18 – 0
- 2006 – 18 – 0
- 2005 - 17 – 1
- 2004 - 14 – 2
- ➢ # 2 Varsity Assistant Coach, Girls Basketball, Newport News, VA
- O Undefeated in Peninsula District
- O Won the Peninsula District Title
- O Won the Peninsula District Tournament Championship
- O Won Eastern Regional Championship
- O Won Virginia State AAA Group Girls Basketball Championship
- Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) Boo Williams
- Head/Assistant Coach, Newport News, VA
- ➢ 2010 -2012 Assistant Coach, Boo Williams October 2002 – May 2009
- Coached 16 – under Girls Basketball Team
- Placed 3rd in State Tournament
- Ranked #16th in the Nation
- ➢ 2010 Head Coach, Boo Williams
- Coached 16- Under Girls Basketball Team ( Lady Vikings)
- Placed 1st Statement Tournament
- Ranked #16th in the Nation
- ➢ 2009 Head Coach, Boo Williams
- Coached 16- Under Girls Basketball Team (Lady Vikings)
- Placed 2nd State Tournament
- ➢ 2008 – Assistant Coach, Boo Williams
- Coached 16 – under Girls Basketball Team (Lady Vikings)
- ➢ 2007 – Head Coach, Boo Williams
- Coached 15 – under Girls Basketball Team (Black Widows)
- ➢ 2006 – Head Coach, Boo Williams
- Coached 16 – under Boys Basketball Team(Chesapeake Chargers)
- Placed 2nd in State Tournament
- Coached 15 – under Girls Basketball Team (Black Widows)
- Placed 3rd in State Tournament
- ➢ 2005 – Assistant Coach, Boo Williams
- Coached 14 – under Girls Basketball Team (Lady Ballers)
- Placed 1st in the state, Ranked # 15 in the Nation
- ➢ 2004 – Head Coach, Boo Williams
- Coached 13 – under Girls Basketball Team (Black Widows)
- State runner up, Ranked # 28 in the Nation
- Coached 16 – under Girls Basketball Team (Black Widows)
- State runner up
- ➢ 2003 – Head Coach, Boo Williams
- Coached 12 – under Girls Basketball Team (Black Widows)
- State runner up, Ranked # 28 in the Nation
- ➢ 2002 – Head Coach, Boo Williams
- Coached 11 – under Girls Basketball Team (Black Widows)
- State runner up, Ranked # 31 in the Nation
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Education
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZBachelor of Arts - Education
Providence Bible College
Norfolk, VaBachelor of Arts - Education
Christian Leadership Institute
Michigan 03.2027
High School Diploma -
Indian River High School
Chesapeake, VA08.1994
Skills
- Player conditioning
- Safety awareness
- Behavior improvements
- Discipline management
- Motivational leadership style
- Verbal and written communication
- Physical Fitness
- Game Strategy Development
- Character Development
- Behavior Modeling
- Recruitment
- Motivational Leadership
- Team Bonding
Timeline
Basketball Coach
Indian River High School
08.2023 - Current
Basketball Coach
.Indian River High School
07.2019 - 02.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Education
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Providence Bible College
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Christian Leadership Institute
High School Diploma -
Indian River High School
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